Job Posting Title
Quality EngineerJob Description Summary
Dauch is seeking a Quality Engineer to join our team in Bowling Green, Ohio. This fully onsite role ensures that products and processes meet established quality standards and customer expectations. This role involves developing quality control systems, monitoring production performance, identifying defects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.The ideal candidate has 2+ years of progressive of experience in process optimization, manufacturing engineering, or industrial engineering within a production environment.
Job Description:
Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance and control processes.
Monitor production operations to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications.
Perform root cause analysis of defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Design and execute testing procedures and validation protocols.
Conduct internal audits and support external audits (customer, regulatory, ISO, etc.).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, manufacturing, supply chain) to resolve quality issues.
Analyze quality data and generate reports with actionable insights.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
Review engineering designs, specifications, and changes to identify potential quality risks.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards (IATF-16949, ISO-9001, and ISO-14001)
Train staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
All other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in quality engineering
Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (FMEA, SPC, Control Plans, PPAP, etc).
Experience with root cause analysis techniques (8D, 5 Whys, etc).
About AAM:
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we’re Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.
AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [email protected]. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in quality engineering
- Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (FMEA, SPC, Control Plans, PPAP, etc)
- Experience with root cause analysis techniques (8D, 5 Whys, etc)
Dauch Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Dauch and has not been reviewed or approved by Dauch.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is presented as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, plus mental health support and wellness programming. Affordable options are also indicated by references to free or low-cost health insurance in some roles.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through 401(k) matching and an additional employer retirement contribution in some cases. Profit sharing and performance bonuses are also cited as add-ons that can lift overall compensation beyond base pay.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is frequently characterized as fair or competitive in certain plant roles, especially when shift differentials and premium weekend rates apply. Overtime premiums are framed as a clear, structured way to increase take-home pay for those working extra hours.
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What We Do
As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.
Why Work With Us
Every member of #TeamAAM is emPOWERed to make a difference from day one. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM… and the world. Be part of the future from day one at AAM.
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